• Balance Boundaries: Empowering Working Moms to Thrive at Home and Work

  • Feb 12 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Balance Boundaries: Empowering Working Moms to Thrive at Home and Work

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  • This is your Working Women's Guide podcast.

    Welcome to the Working Women's Guide podcast. Today, we're diving straight into practical tips for working mothers to improve their work-life balance, focusing on setting boundaries.

    As a working mom, you're juggling multiple roles, and it's easy to get overwhelmed. But setting boundaries is crucial to maintaining your well-being and effectiveness. Elyse Dub, PhD, a psychologist and founder of Insight Onsite, emphasizes the importance of using "I" statements, providing context, and offering compromises when setting boundaries[2].

    Let's start with identifying priorities. Recognize what's essential for you and your family's happiness and well-being. This includes career goals, family time, and self-care needs. Clearly communicate these boundaries to your employer, colleagues, partner, and children. Articulate your needs, limitations, and expectations about work hours, flexibility, and family time[1].

    Here are ten practical tips to help you achieve a better work-life balance:

    First, set specific boundaries that protect your time and physical and mental energy. Choose set times for work and family, and communicate these boundaries with your employer and family members.

    Second, delegate tasks and responsibilities to others when possible, both at work and home. This can help lighten your load and create space for self-care and quality time with your family.

    Third, prioritize physical needs such as exercise and sleep. Try meditation to invest in that mind-body connection. Take your vitamins, keep hydrated, and eat well to better manage stress.

    Fourth, use effective time management techniques. Create to-do lists, prioritize tasks, and use productivity tools or apps to organize your time.

    Fifth, build a support network of friends, family, and fellow working moms. Find those who can offer encouragement, advice, and help when needed.

    Sixth, let go of the mom guilt. Focus on the positive things your work brings to your life and family. You're demonstrating a stellar work ethic to your family, which is something to be proud of.

    Seventh, look for time-saving hacks. Order your groceries online, join conference calls during your morning commute, and plan your outfits the night before work.

    Eighth, find a childcare provider you can trust. Knowing your child is well cared for will give you peace of mind while at work.

    Ninth, talk to your manager about your needs. A good manager will understand that being a mom doesn't make you less of an employee. Make sure your boss understands your necessities and how you plan to keep up your exceptional work.

    Lastly, be present wherever you are. Try to live in the moment, whether at work or with your family. This will make your family time more meaningful and your work time more productive.

    By implementing these tips, you can create a better work-life balance and maintain your well-being as a working mom. Remember, setting boundaries is not about shutting people out; it's about including them in a way that works for you. Start small, have those conversations, and trust that you can create the balance you need.

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